New Student Checklist
Please be sure to review these action items carefully.
NSO Checklist Spotlight:
Register for NSO
Students register for NSO by logging into WaveNet using your Pepperdine network ID and password. In your Student Center, click on the link for "Register for NSO."
Sign up for Housing
The Housing Portal will open May 1, 2025 for new first-year and transfer students to submit their housing applications for Fall 2025 semester! More information can be found on our website!
Immunization Requirements
Complete your Health History and Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Form, enter up-to-date immunization dates, and upload immunization records in your patient portal.
Health Insurance Requirement
All incoming students need to be compliant with the health insurance requirement.
Must Do For Orientation and Move In
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Housing Exemptions and AccommodationsStudents seeking a housing exemption or accommodation due to a disability should be in contact with the Office of Student Accessibility, keeping in mind the posted deadlines. For more information, please call 310.506.6500 or email student.accessibility@pepperdine.edu. Specific questions about housing? Contact the Housing and Residence Life Office at (310) 506-7586. Email |
June 2, 2025 |
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Sign up for HousingThe Housing Portal will open May 1, 2025 for new first-year and transfer students to submit their housing applications for the Fall 2025 semester! New students who submit applications after the deadline are still guaranteed housing due to the residency requirement, but are not guaranteed notification of their placement. All placement notifications will be sent prior to check-in day. More information can be found on our website! |
June 2, 2025 |
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Register for New Student Orientation (NSO)Review all the NSO pages for important information before school starts. Registration is now Open. Registration is a 2 part system: 1. Students register for NSO by logging into WaveNet at https://wavenet.pepperdine.edu using your Pepperdine network ID and password. In your Student Center, click on the link for "Register for NSO." Register yourself (attendance is required for new students) and any guests who are planning to attend orientation. If you are a first-year student, select your first-year seminar class preference. 2. Payment Portion for Guests: NSO Guest Payment is now Open. Guests may register and pay during check in. They do not have to pay anything if they are just helping the student move in on the first day, and not staying for the 3 day parent portion. NSO questions? Email Student Activities or contact them at 310.506.4201. |
July 15, 2025
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ID Card "Selfie"Submit a selfie for your Pepperdine ID card, which you will need for dorm and meal point access. In order for your picture to be approved, it must follow all of the required guidelines. Questions about uploading/submitting a selfie? Contact Tech Central at (310) 506-4357. Email |
July 25, 2025 |
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Complete Immunization RequirementsStudents must complete the Health History and Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Form, enter up-to-date immunization dates, and upload immunization records in their patient portal by the deadline date. All incoming students need to be compliant with the university immunization requirements. Health History and Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Form questions? Contact the Health Center at 310.506.4316, prompt 3 |
Immediate Submission Recommended. Registration holds are released when compliance is complete.
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University Immunization Requirements
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Complete Your Health Insurance RequirementPepperdine requires that all students* have a U.S. based health insurance plan. To meet this requirement, students must select one of two options: 1) Enroll in SHIP or 2) Waive SHIP on the AHP Insurance Dashboard. *The requirement for US-based health insurance does not apply to international students studying exclusively online in their own country. Student health insurance questions please visit our website. |
August 15, 2025 | |
Renter's InsuranceWhile not required, we strongly recommend students purchase renter's insurance as the University is not liable for property belonging to residents that may be lost, stolen, or damaged in any manner that may occur on the premises. Questions about housing? Contact the Housing and Residence Life Office at (310) 506-7586. Email
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Deadline is up to students' discretion.
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Student Account/Financial Aid
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Set Up Guest Access and Review Student Records Policy and FERPA GuidelinesBefore setting up your Guest Access, please review Pepperdine's Student Records Policy & FERPA Guidelines. Guest Access questions? Contact OneStop at (310) 506-7999. Email |
May 30, 2025 |
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Confirm Financial Assistance*Accept / decline your Financial Aid Award in WaveNet. Complete Financial Aid items listed in your To Do List. Questions regarding financial assistance? Email the Office of Financial Assistance or contact them at 310.506.4301. |
June 1, 2025 |
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Set Up an eRefund AccountRefunds resulting from excess financial aid will be processed during the first week of the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. To ensure faster and more secure refund processing, you must set up your eRefund account with your banking information on WaveNet. This will allow any eligible refunds to be processed electronically. Questions about eRefunds? Contact Student Accounts at (310) 506-8000. Email |
August 1, 2025 |
Refunds of account credit balances
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Payment MethodsThe first payment is due on the next business day after the add/drop period, which ends August 22, 2025. |
August 25, 2025 |
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Payment Plan OptionsEither 2 or 3 payment plans are available. Payment plans must be requested by the student, each Fall and/or Spring term, and before the payment due date. The payment plan selection will be available on WaveNet a few weeks before the due date and will be disabled on the payment due date. |
August 22, 2025 |
Programs to Complete/Action Items
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Report AP/IB ScoresPlease remember to officially report AP scores to Pepperdine in order to receive credit. These scores are used for placement beyond Calculus and for Languages. Also, don't forget to officially report any transcripts for previous or summer college classes that may affect placement as well. Questions about reporting AP/IB scores? Contact Onestop. Email |
May 31, 2025 | AP Credit Policy |
Review the Student Code of ConductOur community standards are designed to help us create a nurturing, caring, and safe environment where everyone can learn and grow as we prepare for lives of purpose, service and leadership. Student policy questions? Contact Community Standards Office at (310) 506-4471 |
July 18, 2025 | Review Student Code of Conduct |
Review the Chapel ProgramIncoming students are enrolled in the Chapel program. You will be enrolled in Core Chapels which meet four times during the semester. Along with Core Chapels, you will select a Welcome Chapel, a three-week program, and a RISE Together Chapel, a six-week program. You will receive emails about selecting your Welcome Chapel and RISE Together Chapel from the Chapel team. Questions about Chapel? Contact the The Chapel Team at (310) 506-4562. Email - Chapel@pepperdine.edu |
August 1, 2025 |
Access the Chapel Home Page |
Register your Vehicle for Campus ParkingIf you are approved to live on campus, register before your arrival. Permits are now both virtual & physical so there will be a tag to put on your car once you register. If you drive an unregistered vehicle on campus or have no visible sticker, you will be open to parking citations but not prohibited from campus. Vehicle registration questions? Contact the Office of Public Safety at (310) 506-4700. Email. |
August 11, 2025 |
Register Your Vehicle |
Incoming Student SurveyComplete the OIE Incoming Student Survey. This survey is designed to be brief (about 7-10 minutes) and your responses help us improve the educational experience for current and future Pepperdine students. You can access and complete the survey anytime until the Sunday before the first day of Fall classes. Contact Jazmin Zane in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness at 818-702-1041, or via email if you have questions regarding the survey. |
August 17, 2025 (FALL ONLY) |
Click Here to Complete the Incoming Student Survey. |
First Year Reading and ReflectionThe Center for Faith and Learning provides a reading and journal assignment to all incoming first year students to help you focus on the question of vocation. The assignment does not apply to students with 30+ transfer units taken at another college. Vocation Reading questions? Contact the Center for Faith and Learning at (310) 506.4141. Email |
August 18, 2025
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Complete AlcoholEdu® for CollegeAlcoholEdu® for College is a research-based, student friendly, online alcohol education program. Completing it is mandatory to avoid a class registration hold for Spring 2026. Log in information will be sent to your Pepperdine email address. Questions about AlcoholEdu® for College? See Alcohol Education Program or contact the Counseling Center at student.counseling.center@pepperdine.edu . |
September 2, 2025 |
Log in instructions will be sent to your Pepperdine email after you complete enrollment in classes. |
Complete the Sexual Assault Prevention Training for UndergraduatesPlease complete the Sexual Assault Prevention Training for Undergraduates. Completing it is mandatory to avoid a class registration hold for Spring 2026. Log-in information will be sent to your Pepperdine email address. Questions about the Sexual Assault Prevention Training? Contact titleix@pepperdine.edu |
September 2, 2025 |
Log in instructions will be sent to your Pepperdine email after you complete enrollment in classes. |
Record Your Name PronunciationComing soon. |
August 8, 2025 |
Coming soon. |
Placement Exams
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Calculus Placement ExamStudents may be required to take the Calculus Readiness Exam. See the mathematics placement website to determine if you are required to take the exam. Questions about the Calculus Readiness Exam? Contact Stephanie Adler. Email |
June 2, 2025
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Take the Calculus Readiness Exam or View Mathmatics Placement Website |
Language Placement ExamsStudents who studied French, German, Chinese, or Spanish in high school, have no college credits in the language, and plan to continue their studies in that language within the next year are required to take the exam. Placement Exam questions? Contact the International Studies and Languages Division office at (310) 506-7446. Email |
June 13, 2025 |
International Students
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International Students ISD Deadline in Order to Obtain I-20 for the F- 1 Visa*Sign into the OISS portal and complete the International Student Questions regarding the Student Data Form (ISD)? Email the Office of International Student Services (oiss@pepperdine.edu) or contact them at +1. 310.506.4246. Technical trouble with the International Student Portal or E Forms? Email the OISS Tech Manager. |
*Immediate submission recommended due to visa delays. Absolute Deadline: July 15, 2025 |
Find the ISD Form under "F-1 Services" located in the International Student Portal which is accessible at oiss.pepperdine.edu Use the same credentials you use to log into WaveNet. |
World Waves ProgramInternational students, join the World Waves Program next Fall to connect with your peers in and out of the classroom. In addition to activities such as luncheons, community meals, and mentoring by student leaders, World Waves includes a weekly one-unit course that promotes intercultural exchange and success at Pepperdine. Questions regarding the World Waves Program? Contact the Student Success Center. Students can access the application here |
Priority Deadline: June 16, 2025 (FALL ONLY) Final Deadline: August 1, 2025 (FALL ONLY) |
World Waves Website |
Apps
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Download the Navigate360 AppThere's a lot to do to get ready for your first day on campus. The Navigate360 App will help you get everything done this summer as well as keep you on track throughout your college journey. Questions about the App? Email |
June 15, 2025 |
To download the free app, search "Navigate360 Student" in the App Store or Google Play Store and log in with your University network ID and password. Read about the wellness offerings included in the Wellness Fee |
Download the Pepperdine AppThis mobile app features both essential and exciting resources that will enhance your Pepperdine experience on and off campus. |
June 15, 2025 | Pepperdine University Mobile App |
Download the CampusGroups AppCampusGroups is the official campus community platform for events on campus. You will need this App to check-in for all events. |
June 15, 2025 | CampusGroups App |
Download the TimelyCare AppTimelyCare offers free health services to students 24/7 from anywhere in the U.S. Questions, contact wellness@pepperdine.edu |
August 4, 2025 |
*Download the app before August 1 and be entered into a drawing to win one of 10 $25 Amazon gift cards. |